Tapestry by Barty Phillips

The world's most beautiful tapestries from some of the oldest cultures to the present day are displayed in this colorful history of the unique and precious form of expression through textile. The full breadth of tapestry history is covered: tribal weaves including Peruvian and African rugs, Indian dhurries, kilims, and Navajo rugs; the European tapestry tradition, which began with woven pictures based on the "cartoons'' of such Renaissance artists as Raphael; the exquisite works of William Morris; tapestries of contemporary masters; and more. Barty Phillips reveals where to see tapestries, where to buy old weavings, how to commission new works, and how to maintain and repair your valuable pieces. Richly illustrated with color photos.

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